GURGAON: More than 10,000 families living in several societies in Sector 85, along with a private school, have received long-awaited relief with the opening of a 24-metre sector road linking the area to the Dwarka Expressway.In the absence of this road, thousands of residents were forced to use narrow and congested internal routes for their daily commute. The road was supposed to be readied around seven to eight years ago. The issue remained unresolved for years until it was raised at a district public grievance and redressal committee meeting chaired by chief minister Nayab Singh Saini.A breakthrough came when Godrej Properties purchased a private land parcel that had been blocking the continuity of the road. A house constructed on around 400 square yards was obstructing the route, and its acquisition enabled the construction of a 24-metre road link for public use.With the road now functional, residents will benefit from direct access to the sector as originally planned.“I would like to express my gratitude to all the Haryana govt officials and to Godrej Properties, who demonstrated promptness in resolving this issue. This long-pending access problem has finally been resolved,” said minister for industries and commerce Rao Narbir Singh.Singh added that the govt is working to resolve issues related to 24-metre-wide roads in builder societies. He noted that urban infrastructure is being strengthened in a planned manner, with top priority given to citizens’ interests.“In whichever societies in Gurgaon district the problem of lack or obstruction of 24-metre roads arises, solutions will be ensured on a priority basis so that people can have better, safer, and smoother commuting facilities,” Singh said. He also mentioned that, during the budget, the govt announced plans to acquire land for such roads.Deputy commissioner Ajay Kumar said the issue of connectivity was raised during a grievance committee meeting, after which steps were taken to resolve it.“This has brought a sense of relief to residents and passersby. It is encouraging to see authorities listening to the community and taking action. The problem had persisted for a long time, and the difference will be tangible in the lives of around 10,000 people,” said Wing Commander (Retd) RD Deshpande, secretary of Rise Always Welfare Society.Godrej Properties CEO (north zone) Geetika Trehan said the road significantly improves connectivity and enhances everyday safety and convenience for residents. “This govt- and administration-led initiative addresses a long-standing access challenge in Sector 85. Godrej Properties is pleased to have supported its execution,” Trehan said.
